1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Centurion. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Centurion | Rossa |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |